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A riddle or obscure question; an enigma; a ridiculous hoax.

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Verb group 2

Test 84% connected

A cupel or cupelling hearth in which precious metals are melted for trial and refinement.

oewn 2023 50% interchangeable

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Test 84% connected

A cupel or cupelling hearth in which precious metals are melted for trial and refinement.

oewn 2023 50% interchangeable

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Broader term 3

Examination 76% connected

The act of examining, or state of being examined; a careful search, investigation, or inquiry; scrutiny by study or experiment.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Examine 76% connected

To test by any appropriate method; to inspect carefully with a view to discover the real character or state of; to subject to inquiry or inspection o…

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Test 76% connected

A cupel or cupelling hearth in which precious metals are melted for trial and refinement.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Tester 74% connected

A headpiece; a helmet.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Tester 74% connected

A headpiece; a helmet.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Synonym 1

Test 92% connected

A cupel or cupelling hearth in which precious metals are melted for trial and refinement.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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